Clinical Dietitian I - PRN

Job overview

Clinical Dietitian I - PRN, onsite, Washington, DC. This position has a hiring range of $60,632.00 - $107,494.00/Yr. MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with a variety of medical conditions, including malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused physical exams, and diet education.

What you'll do

• Consults with and/or makes recommendations to physicians and other allied health professionals regarding patients' nutritional statuses, nutrient needs, or specific diet plans.
• Formulates nutrition assessment, evaluation, and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk.
• Participates in clinical rounds and appropriate department/service meetings.
• Consults in/outpatients in diet rationale for self-management.
• Must be flexible to cross-cover and train in all areas including Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.
• Provides staff relief and cross-coverage.
• Reviews literature pertinent to area(s) of responsibility and presents to peers.
• Performs professional presentations.
• Maintains current CDR credentials and DC Licensure.
• Holds current membership to professional organization.
• Participates in licensing surveys.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the position.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree B.S with a major in Food & Nutrition Science from an accredited college or university and the completion of an accredited dietetic internship (RDE will be considered) required and Master's degree Master's degree from an accredited college or university if completed after Jan 1 2024. required

Experience

1-2 years One year of general clinical nutrition experience preferred (RDE will be considered).

Skills & competencies

prn

clinical dietitian

washington dc

medstar health

registered dietician

healthcare

nutrition therapy

About the employer

MedStar Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Medical Laboratories. Sector: 62.